Bar Band Overhead Triceps Extension Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Triceps Brachii
- Equipment
- Stick
- Body Part
- Upper Arms
- Primary Muscle
- Triceps Brachii
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 5
- Alternate Names
- Overhead Triceps Extension with Bar Band
How to: Bar Band Overhead Triceps Extension
- Stand tall with a band secured above your head.
- Grasp the band with both hands, keeping your elbows close to your ears.
- Lower your hands behind your head, bending at the elbows.
- Return to the start position by extending your arms back to the overhead position.
- Repeat for the desired repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Letting elbows flare out too much.
- Rushing through the movement without control.
- Not fully extending the arms at the top.
Modifications
- Perform with lighter resistance bands to decrease intensity.
- Use a seated position for better stability.
Tips
- Keep your elbows close to your head throughout the movement.
- Control the weight to avoid straining the shoulder joints.
- Engage your core to maintain stability.
Bar Band Overhead Triceps Extension Alternatives
Tags
triceps
strength
arms
extension
band
workout